Sedation Dentist Yukon
Let Us Create a More Comfortable Experience for You
Whether you have mild, moderate, or severe dental anxiety, there’s no need to feel alone. Many individuals suffer from an intense fear of visiting the dentist. Unfortunately, this debilitating problem can lead to oral health neglect, which then causes timely and costly problems to arise. The good news, though, is that Drs. Cole, Yeary, and Weaver have a solution – sedation dentistry in Yukon. Using nitrous oxide, oral conscious sedation, and IV sedation to calm nerves, we can create a more comfortable experience for you each time you visit, so call us today!
Why Choose First Impressions Dentistry of Yukon for Sedation Dentistry?
- Three Types of Sedation Available
- In-House Membership Program for Uninsured Patients
- Caring & Personable Dental Team
Nitrous Oxide Sedation
Nitrous oxide is a safe form of sedation that is commonly used on individuals who exhibit mild dental anxiety. Capable of creating a more relaxing and calming environment for individuals, it requires only that you breathe in oxygen and nitrous oxide through a nasal mask. Within minutes, you will enter into a euphoric state and feel no pain. With fast-acting effects at the start of the appointment, you can also expect that the nitrous oxide will subside just as quickly, allowing you to return home without the help of a friend or family member.
Oral Conscious Sedation
If you suffer from moderate levels of dental anxiety, oral conscious sedation can be an ideal option, as it is delivered in pill form. Taken approximately one hour before your appointment, the medicine works quickly to relax you and decrease any anxiety you might otherwise experience. As a prescription medicine, you’ll need to make sure it is okay for you to take. If so, you can expect members of our dental staff to closely monitor your heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen levels to ensure optimal safety.
IV Sedation
If you’re planning to undergo more extensive or invasive dental treatments, such as a tooth extraction, then you might want to consider undergoing IV sedation during the process. This form of sedative is meant to be administered to the patient’s body via their bloodstream, allowing the medication to work much more efficiently and for a longer period of time. After we’ve completed your procedure, we’ll verify that you’re in good condition before having your family member or trusted friend take you back home so you can heal.
What is IV Sedation?
IV (intravenous) sedation is most commonly used on those with extreme dental anxiety or who are preparing for lengthy dental procedures. Administered into your bloodstream via an IV, our team can control the dosage that you receive, ensuring that you remain comfortable throughout your treatment. While you won’t be put to sleep like with general anesthesia, you will likely feel a bit drowsy after the procedure is complete, which is why you will need someone to escort you home after your appointment.
Who is a Good Candidate for IV Sedation?
Before administering IV sedation to just any patient, our team will need to perform an initial consultation where we’ll review your oral and overall health to determine if you’re eligible for this treatment option. This will include a discussion about any medications you might be taking that could become problematic while you’re under sedation.
In most instances, a patient with great health can benefit greatly from IV sedation, especially if they have:
- Extreme dental-related anxiety that prevents them from getting necessary dental care
- A strong or sensitive gag reflex
- Multiple procedures meant to address serious dental decay or damage
- An issue with other kinds of dental sedation
The Benefits of IV Sedation
Our practice offers different kinds of sedatives—each of them involving varying levels of sedation for patients. Those who tend to have difficulties with feeling nervous or scared of visiting the dentist or undergoing treatments might need help with remaining calm and comfortable throughout their visit. Additionally, some procedures are more extensive and we want to ensure that you’re entirely relaxed and pain-free during your appointment. With IV sedation, you can expect to enjoy a wide range of benefits, including:
- Quick and effective administration of the sedative into the bloodstream
- Completely safe method that requires a great deal of attention to your safety and vitals throughout the process
- Total relaxation where patients often won’t remember much of the procedure, making it ideal for those who don’t like undergoing oral health treatments
Sedation Dentistry FAQs
Is sedation dentistry covered by insurance?
If you need extensive restorative care, like multiple tooth extractions, or it’s virtually impossible to get the treatment you need without sedation dentistry, then there’s a good chance that your provider will cover a portion of the cost. Outside of that, it’s typically considered a “luxury” and, therefore, it’s an out-of-pocket expense.
If you’re interested in adding nitrous oxide or oral conscious sedation to your treatment plan, but you’re worried about the price, then don’t hesitate to talk to our Yukon dental team about the available financial solutions. We’d be happy to provide more information on our in-house plan as well as CareCredit flexible financing. That way, you can choose the one that works best for you and your budget.
Is sedation dentistry worth it?
Do you struggle with dental-related anxiety? Do you feel head/neck/jaw pain in the treatment chair? Are you putting off essential preventive or restorative care because you feel overwhelming stress at the thought of visiting the dentist? If so, sedation dentistry is absolutely worth it. With calming solutions like nitrous oxide, we can alleviate anxiety, stress, and worry, allowing you to relax comfortably in the treatment chair – that’s priceless!
How long does dental sedation last?
The answer depends largely on the type of sedation dentistry you’re receiving. For example, the effects of oral conscious sedation typically last for the rest of the day, which is why it’s important that you arrange for someone you know and trust to drive you home from your appointment. Conversely, the effects of nitrous oxide dissipate within a matter of minutes. So, you can resume your usual routine following your appointment.
Does dental sedation make you tell secrets?
Despite what you may have seen on TV, dental sedation doesn’t make you tell secrets or make you say something you normally wouldn’t. In fact, it’s very common for patients to be so relaxed that they fall asleep! So, you don’t have to worry – nitrous oxide sedation, oral conscious sedation, and IV sedation are not truth serums.
Can dental sedation make you sick?
More powerful forms of sedation, like IV sedation, come with an elevated risk of feeling sick. So, if you are prone to feeling nauseous, then we will likely ask that you fast prior to your procedure. With more mild options, like nitrous oxide, that usually isn’t necessary. Plus, we can always adjust the flow of the colorless, odorless gas if needed.
Will I remember anything with dental sedation?
Patients are often surprised that it’s hard to remember their time in the treatment chair, even with more mild forms of sedation, like nitrous oxide. This memory loss effect is actually one of the many reasons patients choose to add it to their treatment plan; it helps make the time go faster and makes getting the care needed easier moving forward.
